Launceston, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Launceston is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 10,247. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,247 |
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.6370°, -4.3601° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.4 inches (1,102 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Launceston
Launceston is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 10,247. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Launceston
Launceston has an average annual temperature of 11.4°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1333 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.6370°N, 4.3601°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND | Avalanche | 0.4 m | - | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
Launceston has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and May the driest (2.6").
Schools in Launceston
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston College | - | - | - | - |
| Windmill Hill Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Tregadillett Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| St Stephens Community Academy | - | - | - | - |
| South Petherwin Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Launceston
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Ocean City Radio | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Newquay | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake UK | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Launceston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callington Heritage Centre | ||||
| Canal Barge Workshop | ||||
| Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre | ||||
| H. Elliott | ||||
| Holsworthy Museum | ||||
| Jamaica Inn's Daphne du Maurier & Smuggling Museum | ||||
| Lawrence House Museum | ||||
| Liskeard and District Museum | ||||
| Minions Heritage Centre | ||||
| Saltash Heritage Museum | ||||
| Tavistock Museum | ||||
| The Castle Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Launceston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crownhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ernesettle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ernesettle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Launceston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| liskeard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peverell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saltash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Budeaux Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tavistock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Launceston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallworthy Stockyard | |||||
| Kivells | |||||
| Pendeen Car Boot | |||||
| Tavistock Livestock Market | |||||
| Tavistock Pannier Market |
Hotels in Launceston
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Launceston
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Launceston
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Launceston
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Launceston
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Launceston
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Launceston
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Launceston
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Launceston
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Launceston
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Launceston
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Launceston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Brewery | ||||
| Cornish Orchards | ||||
| Crackington Cider Co | ||||
| Firebrand Brewing & Taproom | ||||
| Heathen Soul Brewery | ||||
| Holsworthy Ales | ||||
| Kernowek Bevvies Cider Mill | ||||
| Roam Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Roam Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Stannary Brewing Company & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Launceston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Launceston
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Launceston
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Launceston Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Launceston
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Endeavour Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Launceston
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church of St Cuthbert Mayne | |
| Chapel | |
| Christ the Cornerstone | |
| Launceston Central Methodist Church | |
| Launceston Community Church | |
| South Petherwin Methodist Church | |
| St Briochus | |
| St Mary Magdalene | |
| St Mary's Vicarage | |
| St Michael | |
| St Paternus | |
| St Stephen | |
| St Thomas the Apostle |
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UFO Sightings Near Launceston
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Launceston.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Launceston (uk/england) | 1998 | saurcer with 7 lights |
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Launceston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.
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